Mental Health Japan Project #50447

Support Women in Japan Experiencing Domestic Abuse

by TELL

Support Women in Japan Experiencing Domestic Abuse

Project Report | Feb 28, 2023
Thank you from TELL: Supporting Survivors of Abuse

By Cole Garrett | Development Manager

As we approach International Women's Day, we would like to thank you for your generous support of TELL and of this project to support women experiencing domestic abuse in Japan.

Sexual harassment and other forms of violence against women and girls of all ages continue to occur on streets, in public spaces, and online, with the number escalating over the last few years as a result of the pandemic. In 2021, the number of reports to the Japanese police for physical and sexual violence, stalking, and image based abuse (such as revenge porn) all increased to their highest level on record. NPO Colabo supporting young women and teenage girls in the Tokyo area found the number of young women needing housing or financial support in the last few years has increased significantly since the pandemic as many lost their part-time jobs and are unable or don't feel safe to be at home.

Supporting survivors of domestic abuse is a key part of TELL's mission and a pillar of what we do in our Lifeline. All of our Support Worker volunteers are trained to provide support for individuals experiencing Intimate Partner Violence, and we are proud of the work that we do to provide that support.

In 2022, the TELL Lifeline handled more than 8,300 chats and call from users in need. Of these connections, 390 were about an abusive relationship, and 44 of these connections were providing direct support for someone who experienced rape or sexual assault.

Your donation has gone to making this possible, and thanks to you we have raised more than $14,000 to support the work that we do. Thank you for your generosity and know that your contribution is changing lives.

This year is TELL's 50th Anniversary and marks an important milestone in our history. For 50 years, a volunteer has been there, everyday, here to listen. We will be celebrating our 50th Anniversary throughout the year and encourage you to join us. Our first celebration event will be held on April 1st at the Italian Embassy, and you can get your tickets today at tellevents.org.

Thank you again for supporting TELL. Your contribution truly makes a difference.

The TELL Team

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Update from TELL: Supporting Survivors of Abuse

By Cole Garrett | Developmetn Manager

Jul 14, 2022
An Update from TELL: Supporting Survivors of Abuse in Japan

By Cole Garrett | Development Manager

Dear Friend

Some of us may not have experienced abuse first hand, but most of us know someone who has. We do not know the details, and survivors do not have to share. Some have faced indescribable violence. According to the WHO, violence against women is highly prevalent globally, and intimate partner abuse is the most common form of abuse.

Everyone deserves to feel safe, and no one should live in fear of another person.

At TELL, we support the international community in Japan as the only English speaking crisis line in the country. As of June 2022, the TELL Lifeline has handled 4,042 connections. 2,007 of these connections are from female identifying users. In the past six months, our Support Workers have applied the Domestic Abuse protocol 74 times. That's roughtly 12 cases of support for survivors of abuse every month.

The Lifeline continues to expand, and we are now offering 30 more shifts a month to provide support for more users. As we ramp up our coverage on the line, we are increasing our number of trainings. This year, TELL is currently holding its first ever summer training session to help us build momentum to delivering 24 hour support.

Your donation allows the lifeline to continue to operate and provide support. Because of you, we continue to be here, ready to listen.

Annual Fundraiser: Step Up and the Tokyo Tower Climb

This Fall, we will be holding our annual fundraising events, Step Up and the Tokyo Tower Climb. This will be the first time that we will be holding the Tower Climb since the pandemic began. Both Step Up and the Tokyo Tower Climb are fun events where members of the community can come together to support mental health in our community. For more information about the Tokyo Tower Climb, please see our website at: tellevents.org

Get your Company Involved: Sponsorship Opportunities

At TELL, we rely on sponsorships and donations to continue our work. We are working with companies to engage their employees, demonstrate leadership in mental health support, and get more hands on learning about mental health coping strategies. Show your employees, teams, and the community your commitment to mental health and wellbeing and make a stand for mental health by sponsoring TELL today. For more information, contact our development team at development@telljp.com

Everyday, TELL continues to connect with users in need because of your support. On behalf of the TELL team, our volunteer support workers, and our users, we extend our heartfelt gratitude.

Be Well.

The TELL Team

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